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Climate scientists study the influences on the Earth's climate over time and how these might affect it in the future.
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You could get work experience through an internship or work placement. This would give you an insight into the different types of work you can do as a climate scientist.
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You could specialise in an area of climate science, for example polar research, rainfall patterns or ocean changes. You might do this through research and teaching at a university, or by working for a government department. You could also work as a palaeoclimatologist, studying previous variations in climate and how the Earth adapted to these. Other career options include working as a consultant for science publishers or broadcasters. You may be able to apply for chartered environmentalist status.
Forest officers manage forestry workers, plan harvesting activities and monitor planted areas.
Tractor drivers operate farm machinery used to plough fields, plant seeds, and spray and harvest crops.
Education technicians support science, art, IT or design and technology teachers by preparing equipment and materials for practical lessons.
Biotechnologists use plants, animals, microbes, biochemistry and genetics to develop new products and improve existing ones.
Geotechnicians collect and analyse geological data from rock, soil and water samples.
A groundsperson, or greenkeeper, looks after sports grounds like golf courses and cricket, football and rugby pitches.
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A fantastic opportunity has come up to join a growing gardening business. You will be working directly with experienced gardeners and business professionals. Your role will be hands on, helping to build and maintain gardens across north west Leeds and Otley.
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